La Condamine

district, Monaco

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La Condamine is the business district of Monaco, a sovereign principality on the French Riviera. It is one of Monaco's four quartiers (sections) and is situated on the west side of the bay, featuring a natural harbor. The principality itself is known for its luxurious tourist resorts and has a rich history, with evidence of settlements dating back to the Stone Age and periods of rule by various ancient civilizations and the Grimaldi family. Monaco's economy heavily relies on tourism, with Monte-Carlo, another section, being internationally recognized for its gambling casino and extravagant lifestyle.12

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…the old town is located; La Condamine, the business district on the west of the bay, with its natural harbor; Monte-Carlo, including the gambling casino; and the newer zone of Fontvieille, in which various light industries have developed.
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…the old town is located; La Condamine, the business district on the west of the bay, with its natural harbor; Monte-Carlo, including the gambling casino; and the newer zone of Fontvieille, in which various light industries have developed.
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